Distributive Property

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a multiplier across terms inside parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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How do you apply the Distributive Property to the expression 8(x + 5)?

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You multiply 8 by both x and 5, resulting in 8x + 40.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is the result of applying the Distributive Property to 2(c - 8)?

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The result is 2c - 16.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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If you have the expression 3(2c - 5), what is the simplified form using the Distributive Property?

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The simplified form is 6c - 15.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is the result of applying the Distributive Property to the expression -3(8x - 12)?

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The result is -24x + 36.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Can the Distributive Property be used with negative numbers?

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Yes, the Distributive Property can be applied to expressions with negative numbers.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is an example of using the Distributive Property with a negative multiplier?

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For example, -2(3x + 4) results in -6x - 8.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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How does the Distributive Property help in simplifying expressions?

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It allows you to eliminate parentheses and combine like terms, making expressions easier to work with.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is the first step in applying the Distributive Property?

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Identify the term outside the parentheses and multiply it by each term inside the parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Is the Distributive Property applicable in solving equations?

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Yes, it is often used to simplify equations before solving for a variable.